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Fri, 14 Dec 2018 13:45:13 +0000en-UShourly1https://wordpress.org/?v=5.0.1Reduce Inflamation with Lectin Free Eatinghttp://haaswellnesscenters.com/reduce-inflamation-with-lectin-free-eating/
http://haaswellnesscenters.com/reduce-inflamation-with-lectin-free-eating/#commentsMon, 12 Nov 2018 22:08:19 +0000http://haaswellnesscenters.com/?p=3168I was a complete vegetarian for 27 years. About twenty years ago I was given a book called Eat Right for Your Blood Type. I had begun to experience inflammatory problems including joint pain and allergies as well as autoimmune thyroiditis also known as Hashimoto’s Disease. This book introduced me to Lectins. Lectins are proteins […]

]]>I was a complete vegetarian for 27 years. About twenty years ago I was given a book called Eat Right for Your Blood Type. I had begun to experience inflammatory problems including joint pain and allergies as well as autoimmune thyroiditis also known as Hashimoto’s Disease. This book introduced me to Lectins. Lectins are proteins found in plants that, when not cooked at high heat or pressure, cause an inflammatory response when eaten. Although I reduced my consumption of lectin foods at that time, I did not completely eliminate them altogether. Over time, the joint pain and inflammation got worse and I even began to have Lupus like symptoms.

This summer our family decided to eliminate all lectin containing foods. Over the past several months we have been following this list very closely. My personal experience has been extremely positive. Most of my inflammatory symptoms have decreased. On top of that, I have lost about one pound per week.

If you would like to give this a try, here is the list of foods to consume as well as the list of foods to avoid.

Lectin Free Foods

Oils and Fats

Algae oil

Olive oil

Grass-fed ghee

Coconut oil

Macadamia oil

MCT oil

Avocado oil

Avocado oil mayo

Perilla oil

Walnut oil

Red palm oil

Rice bran oil

Sesame oil

Flavored cod liver oil

Fruit

Avocado

All berries in season (berries are natural lectin blockers)

Kiwis

Resistant Starches

These are great for your microbiome, but eat them in moderation.

Siete brand tortillas

Bread and bagels made by Julian Bakery

Paleo Wraps made with coconut flour

Paleo coconut cakes

Green plantains

Green bananas

Baobab fruit

Cassava

Sweet potatoes or yams

Rutabaga

Parsnips

Yucca

Celery root

Glucomannan

Persimmon

Jicama

Taro roots

Turnips

Tiger nuts

Green mango

Millet Sorghum

Green papaya

Veggies

Cruciferous

Broccoli

Brussels sprouts

Cauli ower

Bok choy

Napa cabbage

Chinese cabbage

Swiss chard

Arugula

Watercress

Collards

Kale

Green and Red cabbage Radicchio

Raw sauerkraut Kimchi

Nopales cactus

Celery

Onions

Leeks

Chives

Scallions

Chicory

Carrots

Carrot greens

Artichokes

Beets

Radishes

Daikon radishes

Jerusalem artichokes

Hearts of palm Cilantro

Okra (lectin blocker)

Asparagus

Garlic

Leafy greens

Romaine

Red and green leaf lettuce Kohlrabi

Mesclun

Spinach

Endive

Dandelion greens

Butter lettuce

Fennel

Escarole

Mustard greens

Mizuna

Parsley

Basil

Mint

Purslane

Perilla

Algae

Seaweed

Sea vegetables (Bladderwrack is a lectin blocker)

Mushrooms

Sweeteners (In general, I would try to avoid sweeteners for other reasons)

Oils

]]>http://haaswellnesscenters.com/reduce-inflamation-with-lectin-free-eating/feed/2Ginger Can Help You Stay Slim and Trimhttp://haaswellnesscenters.com/ginger-can-help-you-stay-slim-and-trim/
http://haaswellnesscenters.com/ginger-can-help-you-stay-slim-and-trim/#respondMon, 12 Nov 2018 21:04:28 +0000http://haaswellnesscenters.com/?p=3165The new review, published in the Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences, examined the findings of 60 studies, performed on cell cultures, lab animals and humans. Overall, these studies “have built a consensus that ginger and its major constituents exert beneficial effects against obesity, diabetes, [cardiovascular diseases] and related disorders,” wrote the authors […]

]]>The new review, published in the Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences, examined the findings of 60 studies, performed on cell cultures, lab animals and humans. Overall, these studies “have built a consensus that ginger and its major constituents exert beneficial effects against obesity, diabetes, [cardiovascular diseases] and related disorders,” wrote the authors from China Agricultural University.

It’s thermogenic. That means it raises your body temperature, which kick starts your metabolism to help you burn more calories.

“…These studies have suggested that consuming ginger can enhance calorie burn and reduce feelings of hunger, and that it’s associated with weight loss in overweight adults.”

The best part is, you can find ginger at any grocery store. And it couldn’t be easier to use. You can cut it into thin slices to add into your food or a nice cup of tea… or simply grate some into a bowl of warm soup. Your health will thank you for it, and so will your waistline.

]]>http://haaswellnesscenters.com/ginger-can-help-you-stay-slim-and-trim/feed/0Alternative Treatment for Parkinson’s Diseasehttp://haaswellnesscenters.com/alternative-treatment-for-parkinsons-disease/
http://haaswellnesscenters.com/alternative-treatment-for-parkinsons-disease/#respondTue, 23 Oct 2018 13:07:01 +0000http://haaswellnesscenters.com/?p=3153Alternative Treatment for Parkinson’s Disease Parkinson ’s disease (PD) affects over 1 million people worldwide. Current research is discussing a correlation between ADHD treated with medication and Parkinson ’s disease which may increase these numbers significantly. So, what is Parkinson’s disease? Essentially, PD is insufficient amounts of a neurotransmitter dopamine. There is a special place […]

Parkinson ’s disease (PD) affects over 1 million people worldwide. Current research is discussing a correlation between ADHD treated with medication and Parkinson ’s disease which may increase these numbers significantly.

So, what is Parkinson’s disease?

Essentially, PD is insufficient amounts of a neurotransmitter dopamine. There is a special place in the brain called the substantia nigra that looks like some black squiggly lines on a MRI. When the dopamine receptors are not working properly or when the dopamine is depleted these black squiggly lines fade- indicating not enough dopamine to control normal brain function. Dopamine is the neurotransmitter that allows for smooth muscle contractions. Some examples are: I can bring my glass to my mouth in one quick motion; I can rise up out of a chair in one swift motion. When dopamine is low, it causes muscle twitching and rigidity and it is a major contributor to the tremors associated with PD, along with the shuffling gait.

There are many alternative treatments to Parkinson’s disease. These include physical therapy, occulomotor exercises (using the eyes to help with brain function), music, art, aromatherapy, chiropractic care, low level laser therapy, pulsed electromagnetic field therapy, just to name a few.

Many people are unaware that there are things that can be done to preserve dopamine levels, many of those things involve nutrition. For example, a lack of B6 vitamins causes low dopamine production. The quality of nutrition and supplements is very important and not all are created equal. Always be sure to find products that have 3rd party testing, expiration dates, and quality ingredients (non- GMO, soy free, etc).

Haas Wellness Centers offers lots of the above alternative therapies for co-management of Parkinson’s disease. Many patients have experienced improved quality of life within 1-2 sessions. The initial program is 6 weeks with two visits/week. Call today to see how you can get started! (704) 837-2420.

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http://haaswellnesscenters.com/adhd-meds-parkinsons/#respondThu, 11 Oct 2018 13:50:42 +0000http://haaswellnesscenters.com/?p=3137Using Amphetamines May Increase Risk of Parkinson’s Disease ST. PAUL, Minn. – New research shows people who have used amphetamines such as benzedrine and dexedrine appear to be at an increased risk of developing Parkinson’s disease, according to a study released today that will be presented at the American Academy of Neurology’s 63rd Annual Meeting […]

Using Amphetamines May Increase Risk of Parkinson’s Disease

ST. PAUL, Minn. – New research shows people who have used amphetamines such as benzedrine and dexedrine appear to be at an increased risk of developing Parkinson’s disease, according to a study released today that will be presented at the American Academy of Neurology’s 63rd Annual Meeting in Honolulu April 9 to April 16, 2011. Benzedrine and Dexedrine are amphetamines often prescribed to increase wakefulness and focus for people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and narcolepsy, a disorder that can cause excessive daytime sleepiness and sudden attacks of sleep. They are also used to treat traumatic brain injuries. The study involved 66,348 people in northern California who had participated in the Multiphasic Health Checkup Cohort Exam between 1964 and 1973 and were evaluated again in 1995. The average age of the participants at the start of the study was 36 years old. Of the participants, 1,154 people had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease by the end of the study. Exposure to amphetamines was determined by two questions: one on the use of drugs for weight loss and a second question on whether people often used Benzedrine or Dexedrine. Amphetamines were among the drugs commonly used for weight loss when this information was collected. According to the study, those people who reported using Benzedrine or Dexedrine were nearly 60 percent more likely to develop Parkinson’s than those people who didn’t take the drugs. There was no increased risk found for those people who used drugs for weight loss. “If further studies confirm these findings, the potential risk of developing Parkinson’s disease from these types of amphetamines would need to be considered by doctors before prescribing these drugs as well as be incorporated into amphetamine abuse programs, including illicit use,” said study author Stephen K. Van Den Eeden, PhD, with the Division of Research at Kaiser Permanente Northern California in Oakland, Calif. Van Den Eeden explained that amphetamines affect the release and uptake of dopamine, the key neurotransmitter involved in Parkinson’s disease. He explained that more research needs to be completed to confirm the association and learn more about possible mechanisms. The study was supported by Kaiser Permanente Northern California.

The American Academy of Neurology, an association of more than 22,500 neurologists and neuroscience professionals, is dedicated to promoting the highest quality patient-centered neurologic care. A neurologist is a doctor with specialized training in diagnosing, treating and managing disorders of the brain and nervous system such as Alzheimer’s disease, stroke, migraine, multiple sclerosis, brain injury, epilepsy and Parkinson’s disease. For more information about the American Academy of Neurology and its upcoming Annual Meeting, visit http://www.aan.com.

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]]>http://haaswellnesscenters.com/adhd-meds-parkinsons/feed/0How likely are you to be deficient in vitamins or minerals?http://haaswellnesscenters.com/how-likely-are-you-to-be-deficient-in-vitamins-or-minerals/
http://haaswellnesscenters.com/how-likely-are-you-to-be-deficient-in-vitamins-or-minerals/#respondWed, 10 Oct 2018 13:00:23 +0000http://haaswellnesscenters.com/?p=3133 How likely are you to be deficient in vitamins or minerals? Based on the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in 2012, about 10% or less of the general population had nutrition deficiencies for selected vitamin and minerals. The rates of deficiency are shown below along with some notable […]

How likely are you to be deficient in vitamins or minerals?

Based on the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in 2012, about 10% or less of the general population had nutrition deficiencies for selected vitamin and minerals. The rates of deficiency are shown below along with some notable differences by age, gender, and race/ethnicity:

Vitamin A: Less than 1%. However, 2% were at risk for excess vitamin A, with older adults most likely to be at-risk for excess vitamin A (4.8%).

Vitamin B-6: 10.5%.

Vitamin B-12: 2%. Older adults are the most likely to be deficient (4%)

Vitamin C: 6%. Men (7%) were more likely to be deficient than women (5%)

Vitamin D: 8.1% (with deficiency defined as serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D level less than 12 ng/mL). An additional 24% were at-risk for inadequacy (level of 12 ng/mL to to 20 ng/mL). Non-Hispanic black (31%) and Mexican American (12%) people were more likely to be deficient than non-Hispanic white people (3%).

Vitamin E: Less than 1%.

Folate: Less than 1%. Deficiency has decreased since mandatory folic acid fortification of enriched cereal grain products in 1998, raising levels by about 50%.

Iron: 6.7% deficient. Among women ages 12 to 29, 9.5% were deficient, as were 6.7% of children ages 1 to 5. There were higher rates of iron deficiency in Mexican-American children aged 1 to 5 years (11%) and in non-Hispanic black (16%) and Mexican-American women (13%) of childbearing age (12 to 49 years) when compared to other race/ethnic groups. Few men were deficient in iron, but 29% were at risk for iron excess.

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CONCLUSION: A study was performed (randomized, double-blind, and placebo-controlled) on 90 people with chronic neck pain to determine the efficacy of an 830 nm laser, 300 mW, low-level laser therapy. They noticed that cold laser (LLLT) was effective in providing pain relief for chronic neck pain sufferers over a period of three months. For more information and the full study go to – Pain. 2006 Sep;124(1-2):201-10. Epub 2006 Jun 27. [PMID: 16806710]

Efficacy of low power laser therapy and exercise on pain and functions in chronic low back pain.

Their tests included; “Visual analogue scale (VAS), Schober test, flexion and lateral flexion measures, Roland Disability Questionnaire (RDQ) and Modified Oswestry Disability Questionnaire (MODQ) were used in the clinical and functional evaluations pre and post therapeutically. A physician, who was not aware of the therapy undertaken, evaluated the patients.”

CONCLUSION:In the treatment of chronic low back pain, low power laser therapy was an effective method in reducing pain and functional disability.

Efficacy of low-level laser therapy in the management of neck pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised placebo or active-treatment controlled trials

Lancet. 2009 Dec 5;374(9705):1897-908. Epub 2009 Nov 13. [PMID: 19913903]
CONCLUSION: The authors identified 16 randomized controlled trials that included a total of 820 patients. They did a systematic review and meta-analysis of the trials to determine the efficacy of LLLT in neck pain. They showed that LLLT reduces pain immediately after treatment in acute neck pain and up to 22 weeks after completion of treatment in patients with chronic neck pain.

LLLTwith trigger points technique: clinical study on 243 patients

CONCLUSION: This study was performed on >200 patients that were suffering with low back and radicular pain, skeletomuscular ailments, headaches, facial pain, myogenic neck pain, shoulder and arm pain, epicondylitis, tenosynovitis, and achilles tendonitis. They used various LLLT methods which included; infrared 820-830 nm continuous wave, 632.8 nm visible red, and 904 nm pulsed emission on “trigger points” and focal pain points due to ischemic conditions. They observed spontaneous or induced pain decreased or even disappeared by movement, mobility was restored, rigidity decreased, and microcirculation improved along with improvement of oxygen supply to hypoxic cells in the treated areas and removal of collected waste products. Results measured according to VAS/VRS/PTM: in acute pain, diminished >70%; in chronic pain >60%. They also concluded that LLLT (Cold Laser) may be used by its self or as an added supplement to other therapeutic procedures for pain treatment. No negative effects were noted with LLLT and the use of analgesic drugs could be reduced or completely excluded.

Injured cells and tissues have greater affinity for LLLT than healthy cells and tissues. LLLT in the treatment of inflammation, pain and healing is a highly integrated process, but the author separates those processes categorically for identification.

The information above was taken from Practical Pain Management, Nov/Dec 2003 by Richard Martin (see bio below). For the full study go to Practical Pain Management at www.ppmjournal.com/abstract.asp?articleid=P0311F02

Richard Martin, BS, CLT is a photobiologist specializing in laser therapy and holds the position of Director of Science at MicroLightLaser, a subsidiary of Innovative Medical Group Corporation in Santa Monica,CA. He has taught laser physics and photodynamics for eight years. He has served as manager for several biomedical design and service facilities and participated as lead researcher for biomedical devices involved in emergency cardiac care, warmed intravenous fluid therapy and laser therapy. Richard has participated in medical clinical trials for 15 years as a clinical trial analyst and contributing clinician.

They indentified 11 out of 88 randomized controlled trials that included 565 patients with chronic joint disorders that were using an appropriate and acceptable method of treatment procedures. They also added that there should be caution with treatment procedures and trial design for interpretation of the results. CONCLUSION: Cold Laser (LLLT) gave significant reduction of pain and improvement in health status in chronic joint disorders.

A forty (40) year old woman presented at the Abe Orthopaedic Clinic suffering with pain in the low back and left hip and leg for 2 years. MRI showed a ruptured disc in the last lumbar disc (L5-S1). Her condition failed to respond with convention treatment methods including; NSAIDS (Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), lumbar/pelvic traction, dural block anaesthitic injections. Cold Laser (LLLT), GaA1A diode laser with 830 nm wavelength, 60 mW, was used on the patient as an outpatient therapy. CONCLUSION: The patient’s condition dramatically improved which was demonstrated by motility exercises. A follow-up MRI confirmed the improvement with significant results showing a normal condition of the previous lumbar disc herniation at L5-S1.

The authors noted, under “Background Data”, that the use of LLLT (cold laser) for chronic pain attenuation has been reported in international literature for over 20 years.

The study was assessing the long term effects of Cold Laser (LLLT) through retrospective surveys using questionnaires. 1,087 patients were treated with LLLT from April 1992 to August 1995 at the Shiroto Clinic.

662 patients (397 females, 265 males) replied to the questionnaires that were sent to September and October 1996. The treatment method consisted of Cold Laser (LLLT) diode laser system using 830 nm wavelength, continuous wave 60 mW, (which they noted was the most effective wavelength).

The total efficiency rating immediately after treatment was 47% in women, and 46.8% in men, at the time of the survey the rating soared to 76.8% in women, and 73.3% in men, which was considered good – excellent. Additional factors were also positive including; physical energy, well-being, general fatigue, emotional stability, and mental vigor. CONCLUSION: Cold Laser (LLLT infarred diode), is considered effective, safe, and side-effect free, therefore making the treatment an ideal adjunctive therapeutic modality for intractable chronic pain and other pain.

Photomed Laser Surg. 2008 Apr;26(2):99-105.
The author noted in background data that the use of Low Level Laser energy has been recommended for the management of a variety of musculoskeletal disorders.

This study tested the efficacy of Cold Laser (LLLT), 810 nm wavelength, continuous 60 nW applied to eight points on the shoulder in patients with frozen shoulder. A total of 63 patients were treated; 31 active laser group, 32 placebo laser group. With the active laser group, there was significant decrease in shoulder pain, a significant decrease in overall, night and activity pain, significant decrease of shoulder, arm, and hand, and significant decrease in health-assessment questionnaire (HAQ sores. Most activity pain scores were tested at the end of 4 weeks, 8 weeks, and 16 week post-radomization.

CONCLUSION: Cold Laser (LLLT) treatment was more effective in reducing pain and disability scores than a placebo at the end of the treatment period and at the follow-up period.

The effect of low-level laser in knee osteoarthritis: a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial

CONCLUSION: This was a study to examine how LLLT (Cold Laser) 830 nm wavelength, continuous, power 50 mW, with 6 J/per point skin contact, had an pain relieving effect and microcirculatory changes to osteoarthritis in knee pain sufferers. There was a placebo controlled group that was treated with the same appearance laser. Both groups were examined at two weeks and two months after cold laser (LLLT) therapy. Thermography was performed using a AGA infrared camera and checked, circumference, joint flexion, pressure sensitivity, and the visual analogue scale was recorded.

RESULTS: Significant improvement in the treated group, with Cold Laser; was found in pain (before treatment [BT]: 5.75; 2 mo after treatment : 1.18); circumference (BT: 40.45; AT: 39.86); pressure sensitivity (BT: 2.33; AT: 0.77); and flexion (BT: 105.83; AT: 122.94). In the placebo group, changes in pain and joint flexion were not significant. Thermographic measurements showed at least a 0.5 degrees C increase in temperature—and therefore an improvement in circulation compared to the initial values. Changes did not occur in the placebo group. The results showed that Cold Laser (LLLT) reduces pain in Osteoarthritis in the Knee and improved microcirculation in the treatment area.

This study was performed to see if Cold Laser (LLLT) can reduce the pain from tendinopathy in randomized placebo controlled trials. The authors ended up using 13 trials out of 78 studied that met their criteria on treatment procedure and trial design. They concluded that Low Level Laser Therapy does reduce pain in chronic and subacute tendinopathy when a specific does, location, and valid treatment was performed. For more information go to Physical Therapy Reviews, 2001; 6:91-99.

“Serial MRI of 20 patients treated with the decompression table shows in our study up to 90% reduction of subligamentous nucleus herniation in 10 of 14. Some rehydration occurs detected by T2 and proton density signal increase. Torn annulus repair is seen in all.”

“Results showed that 86% of the 219 patients who completed the therapy reported immediate resolution of symptoms, while 84% remained pain-free 90 days post-treatment. Physical examination findings showed improvement in 92% of the 219 patients, and remained intact in 89% of these patients 90 days after treatment.”

“All but two of the patients in the study improved at least 30% or more in the first three weeks.””Utilizing the outcome measures, this form of decompression reduces symptoms and improves activities of daily living.”

Ankle Sprain

Double blind, placebo-controlled study indicated that treatment with two 30-minute sessions of noninvasive pulsed radio frequency therapy is effective in significantly decreasing the time required for edema reduction in patients with lateral ankle sprains.

A.A. Pilla & L. Kloth, “Effect of Pulsed Radio Frequency Therapy on Edema in Ankle Sprains: A Multisite
Double-Blind Clinical Study,” Second World Congress for Electricity and Magnetism in Biology and Medicine, 8-13 June 1997, Bologna, Italy, p. 300.

Arthritis

This study revealed that experimentally induced inflammation and suppressed arthritis in rats was significantly inhibited as a result.

Double blind, placebo-controlled research study on the effects of pulsed electrical fields over a 4-week period showed significant improvement in patients.

J.C. Reynolds, “The Use of Implantable Direct Current Stimulation in Bone Grafted Foot and Ankle
Arthrodeses: A Retrospective Review,” Second World Congress for Electricity and Magnetism in Biology and
Medicine, 8-13 June 1997, Bologna, Italy.

Review article on the treatment of patients with psoriatic arthritis with magnetic fields, the authors state that an alternating low-frequency magnetic field improves the clinical state of afflicted joints.

Low frequency magnetic fields in patients suffering from rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthrosis was the focus of this study. Patients with stages 1 & 2 rheumatoid arthritis as well as patients with osteoarthrosis deformans, showed the beneficial effects from treatments..

Bone Fractures

A group of 83 adults with un-united fractures were examined for the effects of bone grafting and pulsed electromagnetic fields for this study. Results showed a successful healing rate of 87% in the original 38 patients treated with bone grafts and PEMF for un-united fractures with wide gaps, malalignment, and synovial pseudarthrosis. Of the 45 patients that were not successfully treated with PEMF and had bone grafting, when re-treated with pulsing electromagnetic fields, achieved a 93% success rate.

This review article makes the following observations with respect to the use of pulsed electromagnetic fields in treating un-united fractures, failed arthrodeses, and congenital pseudarthroses. The treatment has been shown to be more than 90 % effective in adult patients.

E. Betti, et al., “Effect of Electromagnetic Field Stimulation on Fractures of the Femoral Neck. A Prospective
Randomized Double-Blind Study,”Second World Congress for Electricity and Magnetism in Biology and
Medicine, 8-13 June 1997, Bologna, Italy.

In this study, 147 patients with fractures of the tibia, femur, and humerus who had failed to benefit from surgery-received treatment with external skeletal fixation in situ and pulsed electromagnetic fields. Results indicated an overall success rate of 73 percent. Femur union was seen in 81 percent and tibia union in 75 percent.

This study examined the effects of extremely low frequency electromagnetic fields (1-1000 Hz, 4 gauss) on new bone fractures of female patients. Results led the authors to suggest that EMF treatment accelerates the early stages of fracture healing.

This article discusses the cases of two children with bone malunion following lengthening of congenitally shortened lower legs. Pulsed sinusoidal magnetic field treatment was beneficial for both patients.

This review article notes that the use of pulsed electromagnetic fields began in 1974, and that 250,000 nonunion patients have received the treatment since. The author argues that success rates are comparable to those of bone grafting, and that PEMF treatment is more cost-effective and free of side effects. The FDA approved PEMF use in 1982, although it remains widely unused due to physician misunderstanding and lack of knowledge concerning the treatment.

This study examined the effects of constant magnetic fields in patients with fractures. Results showed that magnetic exposure reduced pain and the onset of edema shortly after trauma.

G.B. Gromak & G.A. Lacis, “Evaluations of the Efficacy of Using a Constant Magnetic Field in Treatment of Patients with Traumas,” in I. Detlav, (ed.), Electromagnetic Therapy of Injuries and Diseases of the Support-Motor Apparatus. International Collection of Papers, Riga, Latvia: Riga Medical Institute, 1987, . 88-95.

This review article looks at the history of pulsed electromagnetic fields as a means of bone repair. The author argues that success rates have been either superior or equivalent to those of surgery, with PEMF free of side effects and risk.

Cancer

This study examined the effects of a rotational magnetic field on a group of 51 breast cancer patients. Results showed a significant positive response in 27 of them.

N.G. Bakhmutskii, et al., “The Assessment of the Efficacy of the Effect of a Rotational Magnetic Field on the Course of the Tumor Process in Patients with Generalized Breast Cancer,” Sov Med, (7), 1991, . 25-27.

Results of this study proved that the combination of weak pulsed electromagnetic fields with antioxidant supplementation is beneficial in the treatment of patients suffering from tongue cancer, improving speech, pain control, and tolerance to chemotherapy.

Results of this Russian study indicated that the use of whole body eddy magnetic fields, coupled with more conventional cancer therapies is effective in the treatment of patients suffering from a variety of different malignancies.

Results of this study involving 23 parasystolic children found that low-frequency magnetic field exposure improved humoral and cellular processes involved in the regulation of cardiac rhythm.

M.A. Dudchenko, et al., “The Effect of Combined Treatment with the Use of Magnetotherapy on the Systemic Hemodynamics of Patients with Ischemic Heart Disease and Spinal Osteochondrosis,” Lik Sprava, (5), May 1992, . 40-43.

Results of this study showed exposure to low-frequency alternating magnetic fields had beneficial effects in children with primary arterial hypertension, as seen in the attenuation of sympathetic and vagotonic symptoms.

In this article, the authors propose a new approach to treating atherosclerosis through the alteration of biophysical properties both intracellular and extra cellular. Citing their own preliminary data, they suggest atherosclerotic lesions might be selectively resolved without harming normal blood vessels allowing the lesions to take up the magnetically excitable submicron particles and then applying an external alternating electromagnetic field.

This study examined the efficacy of the reinfusion of autologous blood following magnetic field exposure in hypertensive patients. Positive effects were found in 92 percent of patients receiving the treatment.

This controlled study examined the effects of magneto therapy in patients suffering from neurocirculatory hypotension (low blood pressure) or hypertension (high blood pressure). Treatment consisted of a running pulsed magnetic field generated an “ALIMP” device (0.5 mT, 300Hz) administered for 20 minutes per day over a course of 10 days. Patients suffering from hypotension did not benefit significantly from the magneto therapy. Hypertension patients, however, showed a marked improvement with respect to symptoms including headache, chest pain, extremity numbness, abnormal systolic and diastolic blood pressure, and work capacity.

L.L. Orlov, et al., “Effect of a Running Pulse Magnetic Field on Some Humoral Indices and Physical Capacity
in Patients with Neurocirculatory Hypo- and Hypertension,” Biofizika, 41(4), 1996, . 944-948.

This study examined the effects of low-frequency alternating magnetic fields in patients suffering from arteriosclerosis or osteoarthrosis deformans. Treatment involved 10-15 minute daily leg exposures over a total of 15 days. Results showed the treatment to be effective in 80 percent of arteriosclerosis patients and 70 percent of those with osteoarthrosis formans.

Chronic Venous Insufficiency

This study examined effects of alternating magnetic fields (15-20 minutes per day over a period of 20 days) in patients suffering from chronic venous insufficiency, varicose veins, and trophic shin ulcers. Results showed good effects in 236 of the 271 patients receiving the treatment. Thirty-four patients reported satisfactory effects. Only one patient experienced no effects.

E.I. Pasynkov, et al., “Therapeutic Use of Alternating Magnetic Field in the Treatment of Patients with Chronic Diseases of the Veins of the Lower Limbs,” Vopr Kurortol Fizioter Lech Fiz Kult, 5, 1976, . 16-19.

This study examined the effects of running impulse magnetic fields in patients suffering from vessel obliteration diseases of the legs. Treatment consisted of 15- 20 whole body exposures (0.5-5 mT, 1-2 Hz) lasting 15-20 minutes each. Results showed treatment led to a significant reduction in the number of patients experiencing leg pain while at rest. Among patients previously unable to walk a 500-m distance, 52 percent were able to complete the distance following treatment. Circulation improved in 75-82 percent of patients.

This study found that patients suffering from various oral diseases experienced more rapid healing when treated with both conventional therapies and 30 minutes per day of pulsed electromagnetic fields (5 mT, 30 Hz), as opposed to conventional therapies alone.

Depression

This review article examined the literature concerning the use of transcranial magnetic stimulation in the treatment of depression. Results showed the high frequency, repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation treatment to be an effective, side effect free therapy for depression that may hold promise for treating related psychiatric disorders as well.

In this theoretical paper, the author argues that deep, low-rate transcranial magnetic stimulation can produce therapeutic effects equivalent to those of electro convulsive therapy but without the dangerous side effects.

Diseases of the Larynx

Results of this study found that alternative magnetic field of sound frequency proved to be an effective treatment in patients suffering from acute inflammatory diseases of the larynx.

D.I. Tarasov, et al., “Effectiveness of Local Magnetic Field of the Acoustic Frequency in the Treatment of
Patients with Acute Inflammatory Diseases of the Larynx,” Vestn Otorinolaringol, (6), November-December
1995, 11-15.

Endometritis

Results of this study found that the administration of constant magnetic field in combination with other treatment modalities led to significant beneficial effects in patients suffering from acute endometritis following abortion.

Epilepsy

This article reports on the cases of three patients with partial seizures who received treatment with external artificial magnetic fields of low intensity. Such treatment led to a significant attenuation of seizure frequency over a 10-14- month period.

This review article cites one study in particular in which results showed that pretreatment with 30 minutes of exposure to a 75-mT-pole strength, DC-powered magnetic field significantly prevented experimentally induced seizures in mice.

M.J. McLean, et al., “Therapeutic Efficacy of a Static Magnetic Device in Three Animal Seizure Models:
Summary of Experience,” Second World Congress for Electricity and Magnetism in Biology and Medicine, 8-
13 June 1997, Bologna, Italy.

This article reports on the case of a severe epileptic who experienced a significant lessening of behavior disturbances and seizure frequency following treatment with low frequency, external artificial magnetic fields.

Gastroduodenitis

This controlled study examined the effects of sinusoidally modulated currents (100 Hz) coupled with conventional therapy in children suffering from chronic gastroduodenitis. Children received 8- 10 exposures lasting between 6 and 10 minutes. Results showed that the treatment reduced inflammation in 72 percent of patients relative to just a 45-percent rate among controls. About 77 percent of treatment patients experienced elimination of gastro-esophageal and duodenogastral refluxes, compared to 29 percent of controls.

This article reviews the use of magneto therapy in Czechoslovakia. Noting that this modality has been used for more than a decade, the author states that magneto therapy has been shown to be effective in treating rheumatic diseases, sinusitis, enuresis, and ischemic disorders of the findings have also been shown with respect to multiple sclerosis and degenerative diseases of the retina.

This review article claims that over a quarter of a million patients worldwide with chronically ununited fractures have experienced beneficial results from treatment with pulsed electromagnetic fields. In addition, the author cites studies pointing to the treatment’s efficacy with respect to other conditions such as nerve regeneration; wound healing, graft behavior, diabetes, heart attack, and stroke.

This review article notes that low-intensity millimeter waves have been used for treating a wide variety of medical conditions in the former Soviet Union since 1977, with more than a million patients treated and more than a thousand treatment centers in existence. This therapy has been approved for widespread use the Russian Ministry of Health, and over 300 scientific publications have described its effects. A typical course of treatment involves 10-15 daily exposures ranging from 15 to 60 minutes each.

This review article notes that treatment with an “Infita” apparatus, used to deliver low-frequency magnetic fields, has been shown to improve general hemodynamics and microcirculation in addition to exhibiting anti-inflammatory, sedative, and analgesic effects in Olympic-level Russian athletes.

This study examined the effects of extremely low frequency magnetic fields in the treatment of a group of 650 patients suffering from a host of various diseases. Treatment consisted 15-25 minute daily exposures 5 days per week over a total of 20-25 days. Most patients experienced improvements after 2-3 exposures. Marked improvements were seen with respect to analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, and immune-enhancing effects.

This review article on the use of pulsed magneto therapy in Czechoslovakia points to its efficacy across a variety of conditions, including joint problems, enuresis, multiple sclerosis, diabetes, and carpal tunnel syndrome.

J. Jerabek, “Pulsed Magneto therapy in Czechoslovakia: A Review,” First World Congress for Electricity and
Magnetism in Biology and Medicine, 14-19 June 1992, Lake Buena Vista, FL, p. 81.

Headache

Results of this double-blind, placebo-controlled study demonstrated that the administration of a pulsed magnetic field for less than one hour to headache patients produced significant beneficial effects, as shown subjective patient reports, as well as EEG activity.

This article reports on the case of an acute migraine patient who was successfully treated with external magnetic fields.

R. Sandyk, “The Influence of the Pineal Gland on Migraine and Cluster Headaches and Effects of Treatment with picoTesla Magnetic Fields,” International Journal of Neurosci, 67(1-4), November-December 1992, p. 145-171.

This study examined the effects of pulsed electromagnetic fields (20 minutes per day for 15 days) in the treatment of patients suffering from chronic headaches. Results indicated the treatment to be most effective in patients suffering from tension headaches, with 88 percent of such patients reporting positive results. Beneficial results were also experienced patients suffering from migraines (60 percent), cervical migraines (68 %), and psychogenic headaches (60 %).

This placebo-controlled, double blind study examined the effects of pulsed electromagnetic fields (2-5 Hz and flux densities of 3-4 mT) on patients suffering from migraine headaches. PEMFs were administered to the head for 10-15 minutes per day over a period of 30 days. Results showed a mean improvement level of 66 percent in patients receiving the treatment, compared to just 23 percent among controls.

Hepatitis

Results of this study showed that the use of magnetic fields was effective in treating patients suffering from viral hepatitis who had previously not benefited from conventional drug therapies.

I.A. Il’inskii, et al., “Experience with the Use of Glucocorticosteroids and Magnetic Fields in the Intensive
Therapy of Severe Forms of Viral Hepatitis,” Soviet Medicine, 9, 1978, p. 72-74.

This study examined the effects of magneto therapy in children suffering from various forms of viral hepatitis. Magneto therapy consisted of alternating magnetic fields applied to the liver area daily over a total of 10-15 days. Results indicated magneto therapy led to more rapid and trouble free recovery.
V.V. Krasnov & A.I. Shilenok, “Magnetotherapy of Hepatitis A and B in Children,” Pediatriia, 10, 1991, p. 54- 57.

Herniated Disk

This double blind, placebo-controlled study examined the effects of magneto therapy in patients following herniated disk surgery. Results showed that 52 percent of patients receiving the treatment compared to 30 percent of controls reported being free of symptoms at the time of hospital release.

Hip Problems

This double-blind study examined the effects of pulsed electromagnetic fields on loosened hip prostheses. Results showed an increase of bone density in all patients receiving PEMF treatment compared to only 60 percent of controls. The authors argue such findings suggest PEMF elicits early bone reconstruction, which enhances early weight bearing.

G. Gualtieri, et al., “The Effect Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Stimulation on Patients Treated of Hip Revesions with Trans-Femoral Approach,” Second World Congress for Electricity and Magnetism in Biology and Medicine, 8-13 June 1997, Bologna, Italy.

This study examined the effects of pulsed electromagnetic fields (50 Hz, 50 G) in treating aseptic loosening of total hip prostheses. PEMF therapy consisted of 20 minutes per day for 6 days per week over a total of 20 such sessions and was begun, on average, a year and a half following the start of loosening. Results showed PEMF to have some beneficial effects with respect to loosened hip arthroplasties, although it was not effective in patients suffering severe pain due to extreme loosening.

Kidney Problems

This review article notes that placebo-controlled studies have shown positive results concerning the use of pulsed magnetic field therapy in the treatment of secondary chronic pyelonephritis.

V.A. Kiyatkin, “Pulsed Magnetic Field in Therapy of Patients with Secondary Chronic Pyelonephritis,” Second World Congress for Electricity and Magnetism in Biology and Medicine, 8-13 June 1997, Bologna, Italy.

Lung Disease

This study examined the effects of low-frequency magnetic fields coupled with conventional therapies in rats suffering from inflammatory lung disease. Results showed that rats receiving the magnetic fields experienced significant reductions in lung abscesses and associated symptoms, and similar beneficial effects were seen among a group of 165 human patients receiving comparable treatment.

Lupus Erythematosus

This review article examined the data concerning pulsed magnetic fields in the treatment of lupus erythematosus. Studies indicate that the treatment can be beneficial due to its anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects, its positive action on microcirculation, and immunological reactivity.
I.V. Khamaganova, et al., “The Use of a Pulsed Magnetic Field in the Treatment of Lupus Erythematosus,” Ter Arkh, 67(10), 1995, p. 84-87.

Results of this study indicated that the bitemporal application of ultrahigh frequency electromagnetic fields to the hypothalamo-hypophyseal area daily over a period of 18-20 days had beneficial effects in patients suffering from systemic lupus erythematosus.

Multiple Sclerosis

This article reports on the case of a 55-year-old female chronic progressive multiple sclerosis patient who received a single external application of low magnetic fields (7.5-picotesla; 5-Hz frequency), which lasted 20 minutes. The treatment quickly led to improvements in a variety of areas, including fatigue, sleep, vision, bladder function, movement and speech problems, and mood.

This study reports on four cases of multiple sclerosis that experienced improvements in visuospatial and visuomotor functions following treatment with external application of low magnetic fields.

R. Sandyk, “Further Observations on the Effects of External picoTesla Range Magnetic Fields on Visual Memory and Visuospatial Functions in Multiple Sclerosis,” International Journal of Neurosc, 77(3-4), August 1994, 203-27

This article reports on the case of a 50-year-old female chronic progressive multiple sclerosis patient who received a single external application of low magnetic fields who experienced significant improvements following the treatment.

This article reports on the cases of three patients suffering from long-time symptoms of multiple sclerosis who received treatment with extra cerebral pulsed electromagnetic fields over a period of between 6 and 18 months. Results showed all three patients experienced significant improvements in cognitive functions.

This is a report on the cases of two chronic multiple sclerosis patients exhibiting severe speech problems. Symptoms were completely resolved following 3-4 weeks of treatment with pulsed electromagnetic fields.

The cases of three female multiple sclerosis patients exhibiting suicidal behavior are discussed in this article. Treatment with pulsed pico tesla-level electromagnetic fields resolved the suicidal behavior in all three patients, an improvement that was maintained over a follow-up period of 3.5 years.

This article reports on the cases of two multiple sclerosis patients suffering from chronic ataxia who performed poorly on human figure drawing tests administered to measure body image perception. Treatment with extra cerebral applications of picotesla flux electromagnetic fields led to improvements in gait and balance as well as normalization in body image perception as seen on a repeat of the same test each patient.

This article reports on the cases of three multiple sclerosis patients suffering from a chronic progressive course of the disease who experienced a reduction in tremors following treatment with brief external applications of pulsed EMFs of 7.5-pT intensity.

This article reports on the cases of three female multiple sclerosis patients with poor word fluency who experienced a 100-percent increase in word output following 4-5 sessions of treatment with external applications of extremely weak electromagnetic fields in the pico tesla range of intensity.

This article reports on the cases of three multiple sclerosis patients experiencing continuous and debilitating daily fatigue over the course of several years. Treatment with extracranially applied picotesla flux electromagnetic fields dramatically improved symptoms of fatigue in all three patients.
R. Sandyk, Treatment with Weak Electromagnetic Fields Improves Fatigue Associated with Multiple Sclerosis, International Journal of Neurosci, 84(1-4), February 1996, p. 177-186.

Results of this double blind, placebo-controlled study found that pulsed electromagnetic fields administered daily over a period of 15 days proved to be an effective treatment in reducing spasticity and incontinence associated with multiple sclerosis.

Results of this double-blind, placebo-controlled study indicated that pulsed electromagnetic fields administered daily over a period of 15 days is a generally effective treatment in reducing symptoms associated with multiple sclerosis, with the most positive improvements involving the alleviation of spasticity and pain.

Results of this double blind, placebo-controlled study indicated that exposure to magnetic fields produced beneficial clinical effects in patients suffering from cerebral paralysis and in patients with multiple sclerosis.

Muscle Injury

This study examined the effects of pulsed electromagnetic fields in patients suffering from peripheral muscle paralysis. Treatment consisted of 20-minute exposures (2-50 Hz, 70 G). Results showed 50-Hz pulsed electromagnetic fields to be the most effective level of treatment and that such therapy enhanced muscle irritability in peripheral paralysis patients as well as in healthy controls.

Results of this controlled study demonstrated that treatment with 15 minutes per day of pulsed electromagnetic fields enhanced recovery time of experimentally injured nerves in rats.

A.R. Raji R.E. Bowden, Effects of High-peak Pulsed Electromagnetic Field on the Degeneration and
Regeneration of the Common Peroneal Nerve in Rats, Journal of Bone Joint Surg, 65(4), August 1983, p.
478-492.

Results of this study indicated that the use of pulsed electromagnetic fields on experimentally divided and sutured nerves in rats sped up regeneration of damaged nerves and the time it took for limb use to be recovered.

A.M. Raji, An Experimental Study of the Effects of Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (Diapulse) on Nerve Repair,
Journal of Hand Surg, 9(2), June 1984, p. 105-112.

This study examined the effects of a Soviet Polyus-1 low-frequency magnet therapy device used to administer approximately 10 mT for approximately 10 minutes in patients with optic nerve atrophy. Patients underwent 10-15 sessions per course. Results showed that vision acuity in patients with low acuity values (below 0.04 diopters) improved in 50 percent of cases. It was also found that the treatment improved ocular blood flow in cases of optic nerve atrophy. Optimal benefits were experienced after 10 therapy sessions.

Results of this study found that the use of magnetic fields (30-35 mT, 10 and 100 Hz) produced beneficial effects in 93 percent of patients suffering from nerve problems.
A.G. Shiman, Use of Combined Methods of agnetoelectrotherapy in the Treatment for Polineuropathies, Vopr Kurortol Fizioter Lech Fiz Kult, (5), 1993, p, 38-41.

Osteoarthritis

Results of this double blind, placebo-controlled study indicated that exposure to pulsed electromagnetic fields had beneficial effects in the treatment of patients suffering from painful osteoarthritis of the knee or cervical spine. PEMF therapy consisted of 18 exposures lasting 30 minutes and administered 3-5 times per week.

This controlled study examined the effects of changeable magnetic fields coupled with more conventional therapies in the treatment of patients suffering from osteoarthrosis. Magnetic therapy consisted of daily 20-minute exposures for a total of 12 sessions. Results showed more rapid improvements of immunological indices and alleviation of symptoms associated with the disease among patients receiving the combination therapy compared to those treated only conventionally.

L. Yurkiv, The Use of Changeable Magnetic Field in Treatment of Osteoarthrosis, European
Bioelectromagnetics Association, 3rd International Congress, 29 February-3 March 1996, Nancy France.

Osteochondrosis

This study examined the effects of alternating magnetic fields (50 Hz, 10-50 mT) combined with conservative therapy in patients suffering from spinal osteochondrosis. Treatment consisted of minute exposures over a total of 20- 25 such exposures per course. Results showed clinical benefits in 95 percent of patients receiving the combination treatment compared to just 30 percent among controls.

L.L. Butenko, The Use of Alternating Magnetic Fields in Spinal Osteochondrosis, Mechanisms of Biological
Action of Electromagnetic Fields, 27-31 October 1987, Pushchino, USSR, laceName w:st=”on”>USSRlaceName> laceType w:st=”on”>AcademylaceType> of Sciences,
laceName w:st=”on”>ResearchlaceName> laceType w:st=”on”>CenterlaceType> for Biological Studies, Inst. of Biological Physics, Coordination Council of Comecon
Countries and Yugoslavia for Research in the Fields of Biological Physics, p. 183.

Osteoporosis

This study examined the effects of pulsed electromagnetic fields on postmenopausal osteoporosis in 10-month-old female rats. Results showed that EMF treatment for one hour per day for 4 months with a 30-gauss maximum pulse reduced bone mass loss to within 10 percent, while a 70-gauss maximum pulse reduced bone mass loss entirely.

This study examined the effects of long-term pulsing electromagnetic fields in the form of repetitive pulse burst waves over a period of 6 months in osteoporotic rats. Results showed increased bone volume and formation activity.

T.W. Bilotta, Influence of Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields on Post-Menopausal Osteoporosis, First World Congress for Electricity and Magnetism in Biology and Medicine, 14-19 June 1992, Lake Buena Vista, FL, p. 78.

Results of this study found the use of total-body low-frequency magnetic fields (60 G, 50-100 Hz) to be effective in the treatment of patients suffering from osteoporosis-related symptoms. Treatment consisted of a total of 15 exposures of 30 minutes each.

Parkinson’s Disease

This article reports on the case of a 73-year-old male Parkinson’s patients suffering from disabling resting and postural tremors in the right hand, as well as other symptoms. Two successive 20-minute treatments with AC pulsed electromagnetic fields of 7.5-picotesla intensity and 5-Hz frequency sinusoidal wave led to improvements in visuospatial performance and a legible signature. Significant improvements in Parkinsonian motor symptoms were also seen following additional treatments.

This article reports on the cases of two Parkinson’s patients who experienced improvements in motor symptoms following treatment with external application of weak electromagnetic fields in the picotesla range.

This article reports on the case of a no medicated 49-year-old male Parkinson’s patient who experienced a dramatic improvement in motor, depressive, and cognitive symptoms following treatment with brief extracranial applications of picotesla-range electromagnetic fields.

This article reports on the case of a 61-year-old Parkinson’s patient who experienced improvements in the severity of motor problems 30 minutes after treatment with external application of weak electromagnetic fields in the picotesla range. Sham treatment had no such effects in the same patient.

This article reports on the cases of five medicated Parkinsonian patients who experienced improvements in motor, behavioral, and autonomic functions, and in visuoconstructional tasks following treatment with extracranial application of magnetic fields in the picotesla range.

R. Sandyk, Reversal of a Visuoconstructional Deficit in Parkinson’s Disease Application of External Magnetic Fields: A Report of Five Cases, International Journal of Neurosci, 75(3-4), April 1994, p. 213-228.
This article reports on the cases of four medicated Parkinsonian patients who experienced reversal of visuospatial impairments as measured the Clock Drawing Test following treatment with externally applied weak electromagnetic fields of picotesla-range intensity.

This article reports on the case of a Parkinson’s patient suffering from severe movement problems who received treatment with external artificial weak magnetic fields with a frequency of 2 Hz and intensity of 7.5 picotesla over a period of 6 minutes. Results showed a significant attenuation in disability and near total reversal of the symptoms lasting approximately 72 hours. The patient then applied equivalent magnetic fields on a daily basis at home. Sustained improvement was seen throughout an observation of one month.

R. Sandyk, Magnetic Fields in the Treatment of Parkinson’s Disease, International Journal of Neurosci, 63(1-
2), March 1992, p. 141-150.

Peripheral Neuritis

In this study, patients suffering from peripheral neuritis were exposed to high frequency electromagnetic radiation on acupuncture points. EMR was generated Electronica-EnF, Aria, and Porog devices with tunable frequencies ranging between 53 and 78 GHz. Treatments were daily and lasted 25 minutes. Results showed full restoration of nerve function in 87 percent of patients.

O. Vassilenko and N.F. Vassilenko, Use of Extremely High Frequency Electromagnetic Radiation for Treating Peripheral Neuritis, Second World Congress for Electricity and Magnetism in Biology and Medicine, 8-13 June 1997, Bologna, Italy.

In this study, 34 patients with congenital pseudoarthrosis-associated infantile nonunions received treatment with pulsing electromagnetic fields. Results indicated that 50 percent experienced full healing, 21 percent experienced healing with need for protections, and 29 percent experienced failure. The majority of failures were among men with a history of early fracture. Following the demonstration of coil effects, the PEMF treatment was combined with surgical realignment,
immobilization, and grafting.

In this study, 29 congenital pseudoarthrosis patients received extremely low frequency pulsing electromagnetic fields. Results: Over 70 percent experienced full healing, 21 percent experienced healing with need for protections, and 29 percent experienced failure. The majority of failures were among men with a history of early fracture.

Psychiatric Disorders

Noting the well-established dangers associated with electro convulsive therapy, the author, in this theoretical article, argues that transcranial magnetic stimulation should be looked at as an alternative psychiatric treatment. The author asserts that TMS has several advantages over ECT in that it is painless, noninvasive, and more effective on deep structures of the brain.

Respiratory Problems

Results of this study showed that the use of low-frequency magnetic fields helped to prevent and treat critically ill patients suffering from pyoinflammatory bronchopulmonary complications, and to prevent such complications as well.

This article reports on the case of a schizophrenic patient suffering from respiratory difficulties associated with neuroleptic withdrawal. Treatment using external application of picotesla-range magnetic fields quickly attenuated the severity of such problems.

This double blind, placebo-controlled study examined the effects of weak magnetic fields in men suffering from various sexual disorders, including decreased erection and premature ejaculation. The three different magnetic stimulators used included the BiopotenzorEros, Bioskan-1 devices. All patients wore one of the three devices for a 3-week period. Results showed full restoration of sexual function in 38 percent of patients in the Biopotenzor group, 31 percent in the Eros group, 36 percent in the Bioskan-1 group, and in just 15 percent of the controls. Improvements in sexual function were seen among 42 percent, 39 percent, 47 percent, and 18 percent, respectively.

Sleep Disorders

Results of this double blind, placebo-controlled study indicated that low-energy emission therapy significantly improved sleeping patterns among patients suffering from chronic psychophysiological insomnia. Therapy was administered 3 times per week, always in late afternoon and for 20 minutes, over a period of 4 weeks.

This double blind, placebo-controlled study examined the effects of low-energy emission therapy (27 MHz amplitude-modulated electromagnetic fields) in patients suffering from insomnia. Treatment consisted of 3 exposures per week over a 4-week period. Results showed significant increases in total sleep time among patients in the treatment group relative to controls.

This review article notes that studies have found low-energy emission therapy to be effective in the treatment of chronic insomnia, and suggests that it may also be of value for patients suffering from generalized anxiety disorders.

Spinal Cord Injury

Results of this study found that exposure to constant magnetic fields improved healing in rats with experimentally induced spinal cord injury, and in human patients suffering from spinal cord trauma as well.

Stroke

Results of this study demonstrated that treatment with sinusoidal modulated currents coupled withTran cerebral magnetic fields proved more effective than either therapy on its own in the treatment of stroke patients during the period of early rehabilitation.

Results of this study pointed to the efficacy of magnetic field therapy in the treatment of patients suffering from a variety of conditions associated with different brain vascular diseases.
N.Y. Gilinskaia, Magnetic Fields in Treatment of Vascular Diseases of the Brain, Magnitologiia, 1, 1991, p. 13-17.

Ulcers (Trophic)

This study examined the use of magneto therapy coupled with galvanization and intratissue electrophoresis in 86 patients suffering from trophic ulcers. A “Potok- 1” apparatus with a density of current equal to 0.05-0.1 mA/cm2 was used to create an electrical field. The “MAG-30 apparatus for low-frequency magneto therapy with induction of 30 mT and area of exposure of 20 cm2 wasapplied to a trophic ulcer site at the same time. Results led the authors to conclude that magnetogalvanotherapy is the recommended treatment for trophic ulcers of the lower extremities.

This review article discusses the theoretical and clinical applications of magnetic field therapy in the treatment of trophic ulcers of the lower limbs.

A. Sieron, Use of Magnetic Field in Treatment of Trophic Leg Ulcers, Pol Tyg Lek, 46(37-39), September
1991, p. 717-719.

This study looked at the effects of conventional trophic ulcer treatment alone and in combination with alternating magnetic field (AMF) or constant magnetic field (CMF) exposures in a group of patients suffering from various types of trophic ulcers of the lower limbs. Results showed an average hospital stay of 31 days in the CMF group and 27 days in the AMF group, compared to 40 days among controls. Based on these and related findings, the authors suggest combination AMF therapy to be most effective.

This placebo-controlled study examined the effects of pulsed electromagnetic fields in the treatment of decubitus ulcers in hospitalized elderly patients with stage II and III pressure ulcers. Patients received daily PEMF stimulation in conjunction with conventional treatment for a period of up to 5 weeks. The findings were that combined PEMF/conventional treatment was superior to conventional treatment and to the placebo received controls.

Results of this study found that the daily use of electromagnetolaser therapy decreased mean healing time in patients suffering from lower extremity trophic ulcers to approximately 18 days, compared with approximately 26 days in patients receiving laser therapy alone.

This double blind, placebo-controlled study found that treatment with non-thermal pulsed electromagnetic energy (PEMET) accelerated would healing in spinal cord injury patients suffering from stage II and III pressure ulcers. PEMET treatment consisted of pulsed 27.12-MHz energy produced via a Diapulse device. Energy was delivered the use of a treatment head placed in wound dressings, in 30-minute periods twice a day for 12 weeks or until sores healed.

Urinary Problems

Results of this study showed magneto laser therapy to be effective in the treatment of patients suffering from urolithiasis (stone formation). Magneto laser therapy involved the use of a Milita device with a 35-mT magnetic field.

Wound Healing

This study examined the effects of static magnetic fields on postoperative wounds in 21 patients undergoing plastic surgery. Magnetic patches ranging in thickness from 1 to 6 mm, and 2450 to 3950 G field strength were administered over the area of operation for a total of 48 hours. Thirteen patients received the magnets after pain or edema had appeared and 8 received them prophylactically. Results showed a decrease in pain, edema, and coloration in approximately 60 percent of patients. Such symptoms disappeared entirely in 75 percent.

D. Man, Effect of Permanent Magnetic Field on Postoperative Pain and Wound Healing in Plastic Surgery, Second World Congress for Electricity and Magnetism in Biology and Medicine, 8-13 June 1997, Bologna, Italy.

Results of this study indicated that treatment with pulsating electromagnetic field either alone or in combination with laser therapy exhibited healing effects with respect to peripheral nerve lesions and general wound healing relative to controls.

B. Vukovic-Jankovic, Peripheral Nerve Regeneration Stimulated Pulsating Electromagnetic (PEMF) Field and Laser, Second World Congress for Electricity and Magnetism in Biology and Medicine, 8-13 June 1997, Bologna, Italy.

This double blind, placebo-controlled study examined the effects of a magnetic treatment device taped over the carpal tunnel against wrist pain sustained at work among a group of turkey plant employees. Results showed that the device was effective in alleviating such pain and that it was
free of side effects.

M.J. McLean, Treatment of Wrist Pain in the Work Place with a Static Magnetic Device – Interim Report of a
Clinical Trial, Second World Congress for Electricity and Magnetism in Biology and Medicine, June 8-13,
Bologna, Italy.

After a discussion of the mechanics involved in the use of pulsed electromagnetic energy in the
treatment of disease, the author discusses findings from recent studies pointing to the therapy’s
effectiveness with respect to the treatment of acute soft-tissue lesions.

Noting that pulsed electromagnetic fields have been used in bone healing for more than 20 years, this review article cites recent results from both animal and human studies pointing to the efficacy of PEMF in the treatment of soft-tissue injuries as well.

This double-blind study examined the effects of postoperative nonthermal-pulsed high-frequency electromagnetic fields on edema formation and bruise healing in boys undergoing orchidopexy. Treatment involved exposure 3 times daily for the first 4 days following surgery. Significant effects with respect to rate of bruise resolution were reported in patients receiving the treatment relative to controls.

This controlled study examined the effects of pulsed electromagnetic fields in patients suffering from chronic productive inflammation or orbital tissue. PEMF treatment consisted of 7-10 minute daily exposures over a period of 10 days. Controls received conventional treatment only. Both groups showed good improvement, but patients treated with the PEMFs recovered significantly faster than did controls.

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Its almost time for the cold and flu season. Each year my patients ask me what I do to prevent and if necessary treat seasonal sickness.

First, I do not get a flu shot. Flu vaccines are not only notoriously ineffective but also contain toxic ingredients including mercury. Also, there is a disturbing lack of evidence that flu vaccines are safe. (http://www.greenmedinfo.com/blog/shocking-lack-evidence-supporting-flu-vaccines)

Preserving natural immune function is my primary goal for prevention. I do this by getting adequate sleep every night, avoiding physiological stress by eating frequently and avoiding foods that can reduce immune function such as sugar and alcohol. Vitamin D is a key factor for proper immune function. Knowing your Vitamin D status can help you know if you need supplementation. Starting in October each year I take a half teaspoon of Lauricidin each day. Lauricidin is a natural extract of coconut oil that deactivates viruses, some bacteria and many yeasts.

If I feel as though I am getting sick, I will take three, and up to nine, doses of Lauricidin per day. I also use a colloidal silver spray several times a day. I spray my sinuses, my ears and my throat. More often than not, if I start treating before symptoms are severe, I can feel well the next day.